Politics... ugh. It's a word that often elicits negative connotations and feelings of stress. However, it's no secret that politics exist in every department of every company, including the marketing department. How do you handle marketing department politics and survive in corporate? In the marketing department, politics typically refer to the power dynamics and relationships between employees. It's about who has influence and control over decisions, resources, and opportunities. Overview of Politics in a Marketing Department Some people believe that "office politics" are evil, and they can avoid them completely. This simply isn't true. Attempting to avoid politics can actually... read more →

Navigating the corporate world as a marketer or creative can feel overwhelming. You need to know how to handle office politics, drama, and expectations to not only survive but thrive in this environment. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there are certain skills that'll keep you afloat amidst the ever-changing dynamics of the workplace. We've seen these time and time again here at MOCK, the Agency. In this article, we'll explore how you can not just survive but succeed in corporate marketing roles. From understanding office politics to managing stress, these tips will give you an edge... read more →

Discovering a missing or lacking skill set on your marketing team can be quite daunting. How do you even decide if you should fill that gap internally or hire someone from the outside? It's a tough call, but what's important is to honestly assess the situation and figure out what's best for your team and company. Let's talk about how to respond when a skill set it lacking in your marketing team. You have options like expanding existing staff into specific roles, learning new skills yourself, and when it's necessary to bring in external talent. Whether you're part of a... read more →

Looking for a good book to read? One that will challenge you both personally and professionally. David Epstein's "Range" dismantles the popular mindset that success is found in honing a single skill. "Range," the book, applied to marketing professionals, can really help us become masters of our trade and improve their overall skillset. As marketing professionals, we are often told to specialize in a specific area or skill. However, Epstein's book challenges this notion and argues that range - having more skills and less specialization - is actually more beneficial in today's complex and rapidly changing world. Becoming a Generalist... read more →

As a marketing teams, marketers, or just an individual woman interested in the world of digital marketing, it is essential to understand that great marketers must be multifaceted. Great marketers need to have a wide range of creative skills and knowledge in order to succeed. It is not enough to simply be good at design, advertising or even digital marketing; they need a well-rounded mastery of all three disciplines (and more!) if they wants success. In this blog post, you will explore what it takes for someone to become a great marketer and why having these varieties of skills are... read more →

Have you wondered how design, advertising, and digital interrelate when it comes to marketing? Design, advertising, and digital components form the crux of a robust marketing strategy. The design aspect focuses on creating visually appealing and engaging content that captures the target audience's attention. Advertising, on the other hand, is about strategically communicating the right message to the right audience. The digital component integrates both design and advertising in an online context. All these pieces fit together to create a whole picture of effective marketing. Let's explore this in more detail. What is the relationship between graphic design and digital... read more →

"When communication is effective, it leaves all parties involved satisfied and feeling accomplished" - Stevenson University In the world of marketing, communication is everything. Unfortunately, it's not always given the attention it deserves. Some of the common places where communication breaks down in marketing campaigns include between people within your team and company, or between your campaign and your target audience. It's these breakdowns that can really hurt and even destroy your marketing campaign if you don't address them. Improving communication is a big part of improving your marketing skills. Let's discuss these in further detail. Within the Marketing Team:... read more →